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LA7015- A

Arch Frame Windows Staining and Painting Guide

Essence Arch Frame Windows Painting and Staining Guide

LA7015 - A 2

Table Of Contents

Required Tools ............................................................... 3

Required Items ............................................................... 4

Painting/Staining Preparation Overview ...................... 5

General Paining / Staining, Cleaning and Care Instructions ........................................................................................ 6

Painting Exterior Trim, Frame and Sash ...................... 10

Glass Cleaning Instructions .......................................... 11

Grid and Insect Screen Cleaning Instructions ............. 12

Maintaining Hardware................................................. 13

Cover Removal ............................................................. 14

Cover Replacement ...................................................... 16

Frame Fascia Wood Removal ...................................... 19

Frame Fascia Wood Replacement ............................... 20

Wood Glazing Bead Removal ...................................... 21

Wood Glazing Bead Replacement ............................... 22

Mullion Cover Removal and Replacement ................. 23

Revisions ...................................................................... 24


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Required Tools

User Supplied

Screwdriver with #3 PoziDrive

Screwdriver with #2 Phillips Bit

Screwdriver with Square Bit

Screwdriver with small flat blade

Putty Knife

Rubber Mallet

Paint Brush

Bucket

Rag or Sponge

Brush

Rubber Mallet

Screwdriver with PoziDrive Screwdriver with Phillips Bit

Screwdriver with Flat Blade

Putty Knife

Screwdriver with Square Bit

Paint Brush Rag or Sponge Brush

Bucket


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Required Items

User Supplied

Latex Paint Primer

Paint Thinner

Stain Sealer

Glass Cleaner

Latex Paint

Primer

Stain

Sealer

Paint Thinner

Glass Cleaner

Lubrication

Mild Soap

Mild Soap Lubrication


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Painting/Staining Preparation Overview

This manual provides basic guidelines for the general painting and staining, cleaning and care of Milgard Es-

sence Arch Frame Windows.

Also included in this manual are instructions for removal and replacement of the following wood

components:

Sill, Header and Jamb Covers

Wood Glazing Bead with and without grids

Wood Fascia Frame

Mullion covers

Note:

After removing any of the wood components, place wood in a safe place to avoid damage.

Although Milgard does not recommend removing the Wood Frame Fascia, instructions are included, to

prevent damage to window in case of the necessity to remove it.

If repairs to frame, sash or wood components are needed, refer to LA7031, Arch Frame Window Repair.


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The following finish recommendations have been provided based on our experience with long-lasting

wood windows and doors. However, please rely upon your wood finishing professional and the

instructions provided by coating manufacturers if the advice given conflicts with the following

instructions.

There are numerous ways to finish your windows and doors. Certain wood species require different

procedures. The following recommendations are for pine, primed pine or Douglas Fir wood species.

Following the recommendations on wood refinishing is a section on repainting the exterior trim, frame

and sash.

Timeliness of painting or finishing wood surfaces is very important. After a unit is installed and has been

exposed to weather and/or interior humidity, it can be difficult to dry the wood surface for good surface

finish adhesion. Unfinished wood surfaces will discolor, deteriorate, swell, and may bow or split. If your

windows or doors have been factory-primed, it is still important to final seal/finish the product

immediately according to these recommendations.

All pieces of wood are unique. Some wood will have more pronounced grain patterns than others. When

finished, the differences may become more pronounced. These are not defects in the wood or the finish.

With proper preparation prior to staining or varnishing, the application of the stain color can appear

more consistent. Due to the natural differences of wood, raised grain is possible when using a latex paint

or primer, it may be necessary to sand and possibly re-prime in areas where raised graining has occurred.

Milgard does not sand after factory primer has been applied. Therefore additional jobsite sanding and re-

priming may be required.

General Painting / Staining, Cleaning and Care Instructions

Important:

Immediately following installation, all bare and primed wood windows and doors must have a top quality

finish applied to the wood surfaces. Periodically refinishing or repainting may be required depending on

exposure and use. The Milgard Full Lifetime Warranty may be voided when wood parts are not stained or

painted immediately following installation, and periodically refinished.

Note:

Raised graining is not considered a defect in the wood, and is not covered under any warranty. Vertical

grain fir inherently has a red to yellow color hue, is not considered a defect in the wood and is not cov-

ered under any warranty.


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If windows and doors are not installed immediately upon receipt, they must be stored in a warm, dry

climate.

If any portion of the wood is cut off or otherwise disturbed (by installation or damage in the course of the

product’s lifetime), untreated wood will be exposed to the elements and will deteriorate. Untreated

wood must be protected by a water-repellant wood preservative which contains at least 0.5% IPBC.

Apply as recommended by the treatment manufacturer. Failure to re-treat properly or adequately voids

the Milgard Full Lifetime Warranty.

Milgard does not recommend non-water barrier, non-durable finishes such a Tung Oil, Danish Oil, or any

type of penetrating oil. These products allow water and water vapor to enter the wood causing potential

deterioration and rotting or warpage of the wood. Use of these finishes will result in voiding of the

Milgard Full Lifetime Warranty.

Milgard Essence Arch-Frame windows are constructed of a method that does not require staples or other

finishing holes in the wood surface. However, any holes created in the windows or jamb extensions

during installation should be prepped with appropriate putty prior to following the next steps.

For all operable windows (double hung, glider, casement, awning, etc.) leave sash or vent open (or

remove) when staining or finishing.

Warning:

Wearing of proper personal protective equipment like gloves, mask, and eye protection is advised while

performing procedures described in this document.

Important:

When applying paint, stain or other finish to windows it is extremely important that you do not paint,

stain or otherwise finish:

Weather-stripping or other non-wood parts, metal surfaces including hardware, handles, rollers,

etc. Or any surface which has an abrasive or sliding contact with another surface.

Paints, stains and varnishes contain solvents which cause plastic or vinyl profiles to dry out and become

brittle. Once brittle, they will have to be replaced.

General Painting / Staining, Cleaning and Care Instructions (Continued)


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All interior wood surfaces must be cleaned prior to

staining or finishing. Paint thinner applied with a

clean dry cloth will remove most dust and dirt from

wood surfaces. Some residue removal may require

the use of synthetic fiber abrasive pad. Use only a

fine finish, light-duty pad (usually a white color), or

a general purpose pad (usually a green color). If

sandpaper is used, sand very lightly with 220 grit

sandpaper.

Do not use cleaners containing abrasives or

solvents such as Acetone, Benzene, or Methyl Ethyl

Ketone on Milgard products, wood interior or

fiberglass, vinyl, or aluminum exterior frames.

Clean as described above, or with mild dish

detergent and warm water.

If a synthetic fiber abrasive pad or sandpaper is

used, it is recommended to again wipe the wood

surfaces afterward with lacquer thinner applied

with a clean dry cloth.

Allow sufficient time for the paint thinner to dry

completely. A dry wood surface ensures proper

paint adhesion. If staining wood surfaces, first

ensure the wood surfaces are dry. Next, it is

recommended that you apply a wood conditioner

according to the manufacturer’s instructions.


Paint Steps

Stain Steps


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When finishing and painting wood applied grids

(simulated divided lites applied to the glass

surface), use care when applying finish or stain

products, as the products may drip behind the

wood grids. Since the grids are applied with a

VHB (very high bond) tape, liquid products may

drip behind the grids onto the glass. A gel-type

stain is recommended to minimize dripping of

the product in between grids and glass.

Immediately finish all wood surfaces after

primer coat or wood conditioner application.

Milgard recommends a high quality interior

grade latex paint – 100% acrylic or acrylic/

urethane latex. The use of alkyd paints is not

recommended as they are less durable and have

poor color retention.

Allow ample time for dry cure period, which may

vary depending on interior climate. For paint or

stain application, follow the paint or stain

manufacturer’s instructions carefully. You must

seal all wood surfaces if you are applying a stain

finish. Seal by applying two or three coats of a

polyurethane-based sealer according to the

manufacturer’s instructions. If you plan to use

the multiple coating products (conditioner/stain/

sealer, or primer/paint), you must be sure that

they are compatible with each other.

Do Not Use Alkyd Paints

Caution With Grids Do Not Use Solvents


Use Latex Paints


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Milgard Essence Arch Frame Window trim, frames and sashes are fabricated from Phenolic-based

products which are then painted with a durable Essence paint for each individual job. If painting of the

trim, frame or sash becomes necessary, ordering touch-up pens or paint from Milgard will ensure colors

match. Exposure to the elements may cause the original paint to fade from the original color, resulting in

a possible mismatch of color if only a portion of the window is re-painted. If new colors are desired,

Milgard recommends using a water-based paint.

Prior to painting exterior trim, frame and sash components, follow the procedures outlined in this

document for cleaning window components. After cleaning and drying all affected surfaces, prepare the

surfaces as outlined.

Allow sufficient time for surfaces to dry, then mask off any surfaces, glass or components that do not

require painting, to avoid overspray.

Paint prepared surfaces by first covering with a light coat of paint, followed by a heavier coat within

approximately 15-20 minutes.

A second, heavier coat should be applied after allowing first two coats to cure/dry.

Remove masking and return window to normal service.

Painting Exterior Trim, Frame and Sash

Important:

It is extremely important that you do not paint or stain locks, hardware, weather-stripping, sill tracks, or

any other surface that comes in contact with another window or door surface.


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Start cleaning glass at the top of the building

and continue to lower levels. Clean glass with a

mixture of mild dish soap and water or mild,

non-abrasive commercial window cleaning

solution. When finished, rinse completely with

clean water and wipe all parts (glass, window

gaskets, weather stripping, sealants and

frames) dry with a soft cloth.

Glass Cleaning Instructions

Glass Cleaning Products Do Not Clean In Direct Sun

Warning:

Do not use scrapers for cleaning glass. Glass

scratched by a scraper is not covered under the Mil-

gard full lifetime warranty.

Do not use petroleum-based cleaners, abrasive/

acidic chemicals or high-pressure water hoses to

clean the glass.

Note:

Do not clean glass when it is exposed to di-

rect sunlight.


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Grid and Insect Screen Cleaning Instructions

To remove dust, dirt, smoke, soot, and salt

spray from exterior grids or screens, use a mild

detergent water solution and a soft cloth or

soft-bristled non-abrasive brush. To remove

grease, oil or industrial solids, you may need to

use stronger solutions such as Mr. Clean® Soft

Scrub®, or Simple Green®. Do not use cleaners

containing abrasives or solvents such as Acetone, Benzene, Methyl Ethyl Ketone, Isopropyl Alcohol, WD-

40®, GOOF-OFF® or ZEP® on Milgard products, including wood interior parts, or fiberglass, vinyl or alumi-

num exterior frames.

Mr. Clean® is a trademark of the Proctor and Gamble Company.

Soft Scrub® is a trademark of the Henkel North America Company.

Simple Green® is a trademark of the Sunshine Makers Company.

WD-40® is a trademark of the WD-40 Company.

GOOF-OFF® is a trademark of the W.M. Barr Company.

ZEP® is a trademark of the ZEP Company

Do Not Use Solvents Grid / Screen Cleaning


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Clean hardware with mild soap and water

using a soft damp cloth. When done, rinse

with clean water, wipe dry with a soft cloth,

then allow the hardware to air dry completely

before lubricating. Never use abrasive or acidic

cleaners such as Vinegar/ Citrus/ or Chlorine

Based Cleaners, Acetone, Lacquer Thinner,

Ammonia, Isopropyl Alcohol, Silicone Sprays/Lubricants, or Glass Cleaners with any of the above

ingredients. These types of cleaners will remove the lubricants and corrosion resistant coatings from the

hardware.

After the hardware is clean and dry it must be lubricated to restore the

smooth operation and corrosion resistance. There are a number of

commercially available products which can be used. Be careful not to apply

excessive amounts of grease. Wipe up any drips or spills when applying

grease since it will stain wood. If you would like a recommendation on which

lubricants are best for certain hardware parts, please call a Milgard Sales

Representative at 1.800.MILGARD.

Your Milgard hardware has been manufactured of high quality, fine materials. Fine metals may require

periodic attention to maintain its beauty and finish characteristics. Climate, location, and exposure to

corrosive environments such as industrial areas, pesticides, herbicides or salts can affect the hardware’s

beauty and characteristics.

Maintaining Hardware

Note:

Do not use or apply harsh chemicals, abrasives and/or cleaners. Product damage can occur.

Do not refurbish hardware. Contact a professional hardware restorer for refurbishing, or contact Milgard

at 1.800.Milgard.

Cleaning Hardware Do Not Use Solvents

Lubrication


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To facilitate the painting or staining of Milgard Essence

Arch Frame Windows, the following section describes

the procedures for removing and replacing wood com-

ponents.

Loosen set screw, remove operator handle, then

remove escutcheon from sill by lifting off with

hands. (not required on Picture Windows)

Remove lock handle by pulling outward, then re-

move escutcheon by prying outwards with putty

knife. (Not required on Picture Windows)

Using a putty knife, slide tool between Sill Cover

and Wood Fascia, then pry upwards on tool.

Slide tool along window sill and continue to pry up.

Remove cover by pulling away from frame.

Cover Removal

Wood Items & Hardware

Remove Escutcheon

Remove Handle Remove Escutcheon

Remove Handle

Note:

When cover connectors are encountered while

prying and sliding putty knife around window,

remove tool and re-insert approximately 2”

further along path and resume prying.

Note:

Prying with putty knife against the Wood Fascia

Frame may crack or break the edge. Always pry

away from fascia wood.


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Sill Cover Removal

Cover Removal (Continued)

Remove Plug

Head Cover Removal Head Screw Removal

Do Not Press on Fascia! Jamb Cover Removal

Arch Top Only (Butt Joints)

There are two wood plugs in the header screen

retaining groove that hide two screws.

Remove plugs and screws.

Remove header cover using a putty knife to insert

between header cover and wood fascia.

Pry down and remove trim by pulling away from

frame.

After removing sill and header covers, remove

jamb covers.

Remove jamb covers by slipping putty knife be-

tween jamb covers and wood fascia near bottom

of window.

Pry inwards (away from jamb), slide tool towards

top of window, and continue prying inward.

Remove covers by pulling away from frame.

Round Top Only (Miter Joint Corners)

On Round-Top windows only, jamb covers must

be removed before header. After removing sill

cover, remove jamb covers as in above proce-

dure.

Remove header cover as in above procedure.

Arch Top Butt Joints Round Top Miter Joints


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Cover Replacement

Arch Top Windows (Butt Joint Corners)

Place base of strike-side jamb cover on sill.

While aligning jamb cover kerfs with wood con-

nectors, use heel of hand or non-marking rubber

mallet and a block of wood to seat jamb cover

firmly against frame.

Repeat for opposite jamb cover (if previously re-

moved).

Place sill cover ends against jamb covers.

Use heel of hand or non-marking rubber mallet

and a block of wood, tap sill cover down, ensuring

sill cover kerf aligns with wood connectors.

Place header cover ends against jamb covers.

Using heel of hand or non-marking rubber mallet

and a block of wood, tap header cover into place.

Jamb Cover Proper Gap AT Jamb Cover Install

AT Head Cover Install

Hole Plug Install Head Screw Install

Jamb Cover With Kerf

Dual Lock

If dual-lock interlocking strips, FA760501, are not

present on head of frame or wood heads, adhere

the required number of dual-lock interlocking

strips by removing adhesive liner and pressing into

fabricated slots at head of frame.

Interlock the same quantity of dual-lock strips onto

the strips already attached to frame.

Remove adhesive liner from dual-lock strips.

FA760501 FA760501 Install


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Cover Replacement (Continued)

Using #2 Square drive bit, drive two (2) #8 x 1 ½”

screws, FA7608SS, through screw holes in header

and fasten header to frame.

Insert replacement wood plugs and tap into place

until flush.

Round Top Only (Miter Joint Corners)

Place Round Top head cover against frame head.

Place strike-side jamb cover against end of head

cover.

While aligning jamb cover kerfs with wood connectors, use heel of hand or non

-marking rubber mallet and a block of wood to seat jamb cover firmly against

frame.

Place opposite jamb cover against end of head cover.

While aligning jamb cover kerfs with wood connectors, use heel of hand or non

-marking rubber mallet and a block of wood to seat jamb cover firmly against

frame near head.

Replace screws and wood plugs as in above procedure.

Place sill cover ends against jamb covers.

Using heel of hand or non-marking rubber mallet and a block of wood, tap sill

cover down, ensuring sill cover kerf aligns with wood connectors.

Jamb Cover Proper Gap

Sill Install

RT Jamb Cover Install RT Head Cover Install

Jamb Cover With Kerf

Note:

On all windows except Round-Top, jamb covers

must be installed prior to installing the sill and

header covers.


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Cover Replacement (Continued)

Handle Install Escutcheon Install

Secure Handle Set Screw Incorrect Handle Install

Handle Install Escutcheon Install

Lock / Unlock Motion

Replace Operator Handle and Escutcheon

Install operator escutcheon and handle.

Ensure that handle folds into recess on escutch-

eon.

Tighten set screw on handle.

Replace Lock Handle and Escutcheon

Install lock escutcheon and handle.

Confirm lock/unlock with handle.

Note:

Hardware replacement not required on picture

windows.


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Frame Fascia Wood Removal

Pry Fascia From Frame

Remove Fascia

Removal

Remove jamb, sill and header covers. (Refer to the

removal procedure in this document)

Using a putty knife, pry off the wood cover con-

nectors VA7475, around the perimeter of the

frame. Connectors may break and should be re-

placed.

To minimize connector breakage, acetone can be

used to break down the bond from connector to

frame.

At head, slip putty knife between wood frame and

window frame.

Pry wood frame outwards to unfasten all interlock-

ing Dual-Lock fasteners along head.

Remove fascia frame as one unit.

Remove Connectors

Note:

Removal of the Wood Fascia Frame is not recom-

mended. Staining or painting can be accom-

plished while attached to window. If window

needs servicing and you must remove the Fascia

Frame, use this procedure. The Wood Fascia

Frame is pre-assembled as one unit. Do not

attempt to remove only one section individually,

or breakage will occur.


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Frame Fascia Wood Replacement

Fascia Install

Replacement

Prior to replacing wood fascia frame, clean existing

glue from wood cover connectors and window

frame. Use acetone to clean.

Place a drop of “Gel-type” superglue on the frame

at each connector location.

Place wood fascia frame against window frame,

ensuring the inside edges of the fascia frame and

the window frame are flush with each other.

Using the heel of your hand or a non-marking rub-

ber mallet, tap on the face of the frame header,

seating the interlocking connectors.

Snap wood cover connectors over fascia wood

frame and window frame at slotted areas on the

sill and stiles.

Allow glue to set for 1-5 minutes.

Replace Sill, Head and Jamb covers. (Refer to the

procedure in this document)

For Operable windows, re-attach lock escutcheon

and handle and operator escutcheon and handle.

Glue Connector Locations

Install Connectors

Note:

Replacement wood fascia frame and fasteners

can be ordered through your local Milgard repre-

sentative or by contacting your Milgard Windows

and Doors dealer.


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Wood Glazing Bead Removal

Removal

Operable casement sash must be opened to per-

form this task.

Ensuring window is unlocked, open window to half

open (approximately).

Place putty knife or flat head screwdriver between

operator arm and slider track. Pry until slider is

released from arm pin.

Using a #2 Phillips Screwdriver, loosen three opera-

tor track mounting screws about 1/8”.

Picture Window

Remove Sill, Header and Jamb Covers per previous

section in this manual.

All Windows

Using an angled putty knife, near a corner, insert

tool into the space between the glass and the

wood glazing bead.

Carefully, to keep from cracking glass, pry up on

the glazing bead until the interlocking connectors

release.

Move tool further up edge of glazing bead, insert

and pry again.

Repeat until glazing bead pulls completely away

from sash.

Loosen Screws Track Disengagement

Remove Glazing Bead Pry Glazing Bead

Note:

Grids are attached to glass via the vertical com-

ponent(s) of grid. If grids are present, use the

putty knife to separate the grid from the glass by

prying grid away from glass until interlocking

connectors release.


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Wood Glazing Bead Replacement

Replacement

All Windows

Position glazing bead on sash, ensuring the gaps,

top to bottom and side to side are evenly spaced.


ber mallet, tap around the perimeter of entire glaz-

ing bead to seat the interlocking connectors.

Operable Casement

Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten 3 operator

track mounting screws.

Snap operator arm pin into track slider.

Open and close window to ensure proper opera-

tion.

Install Glazing Bead FA0480SS Install

Track Engagement

Note:

The Wood Glazing Bead, with and without Grids

is pre-assembled as one unit. Do not attempt to

remove only one section individually, or break-

age will occur. Removal of sash is not required to

perform this task. If preferred, sash can be re-

moved. See LA7011 Hinge Adjustment and Re-

placement procedure, for removal and replace-

ment of the sash. Hinge adjustment will be re-

quired if sash is removed.

Warning Injury or Damage:

IF A STRONG WIND CATCHES UNSECURED WIN-

DOW, DAMAGE TO WINDOW OR PERSONAL INJU-

RY MAY OCCUR! If not removing sash, ensure the

sash is secured after disconnecting operator arm

from track. Milgard recommends reconnecting

operator arm and locking window closed while

performing maintenance on (removed) Glazing

Bead.

Track Slide


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Mullion Cover Removal and Replacement

Remove Mull Cover

Removal

Using an angled putty knife, at one end of mullion,

insert tool behind the wood mullion cover.

Carefully, to keep from chipping or scratching

wood fascia , pry up on the mullion cover until the

interlocking connectors release.

Move tool further up edge of cover, insert and pry

again.

Repeat until mullion cover pulls completely away

from frame.

Pry Mull Cover

Replace Mull Cover

Replacement

Position mullion cover on frame, ensuring the cov-

er is centered over joined window frame edges.


ber mallet, tap along the length of the mullion cov-

er, to re-engage interlocking connectors.


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REVISIONS

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